CMS rescinds final rule for 'breakthrough' medical devices

While CMS is officially rescinding the MCIT/R&N final rule, there remain existing and proven pathways that allow for coverage of a specific medical device or service. Devices may still be covered ... Read More

6 Highlights From CMS’ Final Stage 2 Meaningful Use Rule

With the stage 2 rule, CMS seeks to expand the meaningful use of certified EHR technology. According to the news release, certified EHR technology used in a meaningful way is one piece of a ... Read More

CMS Issues Electronic Prescribing Final Rule - Becker's Hospital Review | Healthcare News & Analysis

CMS estimates the impact of the final rule changes will be $30 million for FY 2012 net of premium offset based on the FY 2012 president’s budget baseline and $20 million for FY 2013. Related ... Read More

CMS issues final rule on Medicare Advantage risk adjustment

The Risk Adjustment Data Validation final rule, released on Monday, holds insurers accountable, CMS said. Rather than applying extrapolation beginning for payment year 2011 audits, as CMS initially ... Read More

Industry Voices—Achieving true interoperability: The impact of CMS' interoperability and patient access final rule - Fierce Healthcare

Patient Access API (applicable Jan. 1, 2021) There is no question that healthcare organizations are under incredible strain to meet the needs of members and patients across the continuum of care ... Read More

CMS issues new guidance to enforce price transparency rule

CMS says they will enforce new guidelines to prevent codes from preventing price information from appearing on search engines. The guidelines appear on Github along with examples of file displays ... Read More